(g) accept and verify applications in respect of genetically
modified organisms and keep records of all approvals and unapproved
applications as contained in Part VIII, subsection 24 (1);

(h) take samples and carry out laboratory analysis of crops,
products or materials for purposes of determining if they contain
genetically modified organisms and ensure compliance with this
Act;

(i) carry out actions necessary to ensure compliance with the legal
obligations set out in this Act, including, but not limited to, the
inspection of facilities, conduct research activities with
genetically modified organisms covered by this Act, the collection
and analysis of samples of materials covered by the Act, the
monitoring of human health and the environment to determine the
effects of genetically modified organisms regulated by the
Act;

(j) liaise with the secretariat of the convention and the Biosafety
clearing house with respect to the administrative functions
required under the Protocol;

(k) carry out and maintain inventory of laboratories with physical
and human capacities to conduct research in modern
biotechnology;

(l) monitor the activities of institutional committees and
Biosafety officers;

(m) build, equip and maintain offices and premises for the
performance of its action under the Act;

(n) pay remuneration, allowances, expenses and any other benefit to
members of the Board and employees of the Agency or any other
persons, in accordance with the National Salaries, Income and Wages
Commission;

(o) carry out capacity building activities;

(p) perform other duties as may be necessary for the full discharge
of its functions under this Act; and

(q) partner with other relevant local and international agencies
for the speedy realization of the Agency's mandate.